Alapark Events
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Hidden Worlds Below: Alabama’s Caves
When: 10/16/2026 at 07:00 PMJoin cave biologist Amata Hinkle to delve into the geology, biology, and beauty of the state’s underground world!
Park: Chewacla
Nature Journaling Club
When: 10/17/2026 at 09:30 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Join us every month to enjoy nature out at Chewacla with a group of like-minded creatives!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Junior Rangers: Alabama Fossils
When: 10/17/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Grab your Junior Park Rangers and lets explore Alabama’s ancient underwater world!
Park: Cheaha
Reptiles and Amphibians
When: 10/17/2026 at 11:00 AMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
Celebrate Dragon Weekend with us by learning all about reptiles and amphibians!
Park: Chewacla
Autumn Tote Bag and Hand Stitching Workshop - Craftoween
When: 10/17/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate "Craftoween" with a DIY Autumn tote bag and hand stitching class!
Park: DeSoto
Dutch Oven Campfire Cooking Demo
When: 10/17/2026 at 04:00 PMLearn the basics about Dutch ovens, how to clean & care for your cookware, AND cook (& eat!) dinner
Park: Chewacla
How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse
When: 10/17/2026 at 04:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Curious if you would survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us at Chewacla State Park for an apocalyptic crash course!
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Alabama's Amazing Glowworms
When: 10/17/2026 at 07:00 PMDiscover Alabama's glowing fungus gnat larvae and learn the science, myths, and conservation behind their magic.
Park: Wind Creek
Eco Tour on Lake Martin
When: 10/18/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Store
Come enjoy a guided boat ride around Lake Martin!
Park: DeSoto
Stone & Soil: Hypertufa Pumpkin Workshop
When: 10/18/2026 at 12:00 PMCreate two hypertufa pumpkins, decorate two ready-made ones, and learn a fun technique for seasonal garden décor.
Park: Gulf
Alligator Nature Walk
When: 10/19/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead
Take a stroll with our park naturalists along Gopher Tortoise Trail, a favorite path for spotting native wildlife!
Park: Gulf
Coastal Raptors of Gulf State Park
When: 10/20/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Join us at the Nature Center for an interactive experience with our birds of prey!
Park: Chewacla
Cosmos Quest - Chewacla Nature School
When: 10/21/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Explore the cosmos with us as we learn all about space at Chewacla!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Rickwood Caverns & Forest School: Carnivores
When: 10/22/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Prowl into the world of predators as you learn about carnivores in this month’s homeschool program!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/23/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!